One of Star Trek's Best Characters Almost Didn't Exist Because of Gene Roddenberry

Even though hundreds of notable actors have graced Star Trek with their presence, only one cast member can claim the distinguished title of “most prolific Trek contributor.” With 288 onscreen appearances to his name, Michael Dorn‘s franchise résumé eclipses even his equally legendary Star Trek: The Next Generationco-stars and their Star Trek: The Original Series predecessors. One exquisite Season 3 episode heralds a crucial turning point for both Lieutenant Worf’s evolution and Trek‘s approach to the Klingons — even though Dorn’s record-setting, career-defining portrayal faced behind-the-scenes interference from the start.